Zunaid Ali

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This Linux Tool Makes Terminal Recording Easy

4 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Zunaid Ali

Looking for a quick way to record your Linux terminal without going through the hassle of using full-blown screen recorders? asciinema is what you're looking for, and I'll show you how to get started with it. What is asciinema? asciinema is a command-line tool for recording your terminal. Unlike traditional screen recorders, which need some initial setup to record your device screen, asciinema does it differently. It records your terminal session in a special format.
What Is Cryptography and How Does It Work?

1 month ago | howtogeek.com | Zunaid Ali

Ever wondered how your online data and conversations stay secure from hackers and intruders? That’s the work of cryptography, a technology we rely on daily, often without even realizing it. Here’s how it all works behind the scenes. What Is Cryptography? Imagine sending a secret note to a friend in class. You don’t want anyone else to read it, so you scramble the letters in a special way that only you and your friend understand.
Learn the Basics of Python in 1 Hour With These 13 Steps

1 month ago | howtogeek.com | Zunaid Ali

Interested in learning Python but don't know where to start? I'll walk you through the basics of the ever-popular programming language step-by-step. In an hour or so, you'll go from zero to writing real code. Set Up Your Development Environment To start writing and running Python programs locally on your device, you must have Python installed and an IDE (Integrated Development Environment) or text editor, preferably a code editor. First, let's install Python. Go to the official Python website.
Why I'm Learning to Code in the Age of Vibe Coding

1 month ago | howtogeek.com | Zunaid Ali

Vibe coding is the trend now, with many people claiming you don’t need to learn to code anymore because of it. But I’m going the other way, and I'll share with you why. The Hype of Vibe Coding Every day I log into Reddit, I come across at least a few posts about people vibe coding their first app. The same goes for other social platforms. There's no doubt that vibe coding is attracting more and more non-coders to creating software. Think about a few years ago when LLMs weren't so popular.
This Linux Command Lets You Copy & Paste Without a Mouse

1 month ago | howtogeek.com | Zunaid Ali

Ever felt that copy-pasting using the mouse gets tiresome? Especially when you're more comfortable using the terminal and the keyboard, switching to the mouse can be counterproductive. The xclip command will help you stay on your keyboard when you want to copy and paste content. What Is xclip? xclip is a command-line utility used on Linux systems with an X11 implementation to interact with the X selection (also known as the clipboard).
This Joke Linux Tool Will Make You Seem More Productive

1 month ago | howtogeek.com | Zunaid Ali

Let's face it, sometimes you just want your screen to look like you're getting some serious work done, even if you're just deciding which theme to choose. Meet rust-stakeholder, a tool that makes your terminal look impossibly busy while achieving nothing in the process. rust-stakeholder Makes Your Terminal Look Busy rust-stakeholder is a fake activity generator tool for the terminal.
I Found a 7-Zip Alternative. I'm Not Going Back

2 months ago | howtogeek.com | Zunaid Ali

Windows' built-in archive manager is getting better these days. But for more advanced features, you'll likely need a third-party tool. After using 7-Zip for a long time, I found NanaZip. It impressed me so much that I quit using alternatives. What is NanaZip? NanaZip is an open-source file archive manager just like 7-Zip. In fact, it's a fork of 7-Zip. However, NanaZip has extended much of the 7-Zip project. So, despite having similar functionalities, NanaZip has some distinct advantages.
How to Get a Cheatsheet for Any Command in the Linux Terminal

2 months ago | howtogeek.com | Zunaid Ali

Ever wanted a cheat code for writing Linux commands without consulting the manpages every time and understanding their usage? Well, there's a tool for that called cheat. Whether you need a quick refresher or want to get familiar with a new command, cheat is the tool to guide you. There's a cheat Command in Linux Cheat is a Linux tool created using Go. It uses community-sourced Linux command cheatsheets to display common examples of that command being used.
Stuck in the Linux Terminal? Do This Before You Google It

Mar 2, 2025 | lxer.com | Zunaid Ali

Ever typed a command and then realized you have no idea how to use it? Before opening your browser and searching for answers, you can try out the built-in help in the Linux terminal that the command came with. Believe me, you don't even need to search the internet most of the time. First, Try Built-in Help For many reasons, you may just use the built-in -h or --help flags with the command you want to learn about to understand its usage.
Stuck in the Linux Terminal? Do This Before You Google It

Feb 28, 2025 | howtogeek.com | Zunaid Ali

Ever typed a command and then realized you have no idea how to use it? Before opening your browser and searching for answers, you can try out the built-in help in the Linux terminal that the command came with. Believe me, you don't even need to search the internet most of the time. First, Try Built-in Help For many reasons, you may just use the built-in -h or --help flags with the command you want to learn about to understand its usage.